Vandals Deface Chicago’s Lincoln Statue with Red Paint and Graffiti

Monument Vandalized in Lincoln Park Neighborhood

The Abraham Lincoln statue, located in the 1700 block of N. Stockton Drive in Chicago’s Lincoln Park neighborhood, was defaced overnight with red paint and graffiti.

Vandalism Targeted on Columbus Day and Indigenous People’s Day

The incident occurred on Columbus Day and Indigenous People’s Day, mirroring a similar incident that took place two years ago. In 2022, vandals also targeted the Lincoln statue, using similar language and the term “colonizer”.

Police Investigating the Incident

Chicago police have confirmed that Area Three Detectives are investigating the incident, but no arrests have been made yet.

About the Abraham Lincoln Monument

The Abraham Lincoln monument, also known as the ‘Standing Lincoln,’ was built in 1887.

FAQs

* When did the vandalism occur? The vandalism occurred in the early morning hours of October 14, 2024.
* What was written on the statue? The vandals wrote “Lincoln was an executioner,” among other things.
* Who is investigating the incident? Chicago police, specifically Area Three Detectives.
* When was the Abraham Lincoln monument built? 1887.